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    Black Press Coffee

    4.4 (151 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    BLACK PRESS COFFEE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Elizabeth B.

    Decent quality espresso shots and house-made syrups, went with an iced americano with two pumps vanilla. Smaller storefront with a few tables, did not see restroom on site. The staff were friendly and efficient. The vibe feels like a writer's desk: simple, focused, and a nice place to pause for a coffee, work, or connect.

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    Kelly R.

    The service and atmosphere were excellent, but the coffee leaned a bit bitter for my taste--and they don't offer heavy cream.

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    Jessica T.

    Visited Black Press while I was on vacation and it was my favorite coffee shop on my trip. The baristas were so friendly and I loved the vibe. The coffee shop is also a short walk away from Central Park and I ended up taking my coffee for a stroll. Their merch is also really cute and high quality as well! I love the tote I bought -- it was the last one in stock. Looking forward to coming back next time!

    Erica M.

    service is superb! humbling place to type+read! always a pleasure to be served & to get to speak with genuine intention, kindness, and respect!

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    Jasmine T.

    This was one of my fav coffee shops during my trip to Manhattan. We were heading to Central Park but wanted to grab coffee first so we found Black Press Coffee. I wanted a caramel macchiato but they couldn't make it so he recommended a caramel latte which was absolutely delicious. I ordered it with oat milk so there was a nutty flavor to it but the coffee was so smooth and not overly sweet. I also got the cream cheese pastry. I would've thought this was a bakery shop because the pastry was so flaky and airy. One of the best pastries I've had in a while. They have limited indoor seating and some outdoor seating. It's a dog-friendly location! Service is definitely top notch & also their tote bags are so affordable and such good quality!!

    Visited Black Press on the UWS again this past weekend after a couple of months away and again was blown away by the immaculate service by Drew (one of the Baristas). He made a perfect quad shot latte without an overpowering bitter coffee taste and even chatted with me about their syrup options (all made in house!). Again, I'm so glad to have had such an amazing experience at Black Press - I'll be sure to come back.

    When on the UWS
    Susan M.

    Tiny coffee shop with limited seating inside and two tables outside. Super cute spot! And it moves. Came in on a rainy day and it was packed. Tried the salted caramel and pumpkin spice latte. Both were delicious! Coffee is smooth and syrup is not overwhelmingly seat, you can still taste the coffee. Definitely Manhattan prices which isn't odd. On a slow day I can picture people on laptops but it is a tiny space overall. Cute decor.

    Asia C.

    Friend is a coffee snob so if they recommend this for coffee then I will too. I had matcha so I'm not sure if this makes this review illegitimate but the matcha was pretty good. Not watered down and actually tasted like matcha. I did add some sweetener which made it hit the spot. I did have it twice lol. No bathrooms so note that. Cute outdoor (and a few indoor seating). If you can snag a spot outside I think that's what really elevates it. Inside can get quite crowded due to the line.

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    Ekaterina D.

    I decided to stop by a coffee shop before my walk in Central Park. They make amazing coffee! Prices are a bit above average, and it's always crowded. I ordered a cappuccino--it was fantastic and gave me such a boost. Thanks! Though they could really expand their pastry selection.

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    Lisa G.

    Went here after a long day and the coffee was delicious. Had a mocha and flat white, very fresh and strong coffee, well balanced. Absolutely will go back! Staff was also fabulous and friendly.

    Erica K.

    Came here during the holidays because we heard good things about their espresso based drinks, so very grateful that they still kept the lights on even when other cafes were closed. Because of this, there was an influx of customers swarmed outside and inside the cafe, thus they had a sign that they were out of chai and oat milk, which I thought was very odd since the latter is an integral ingredient at a coffee establishment that serves anything other than cold brew. We ordered a cold brew and peppermint mocha soy latte-the peppermint was strong and present with the soy milk being okay.

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    Eva C.

    Please do yourself a favor and get their everything seasoning croissant. That croissant itself makes me want to constantly come back to this coffee shop! But ask for it toasted! Came here trying to warm up after spending a day in the snow, and I wanted something savory for my breakfast so I chose the everything croissant on accident. First bite in, I fell in love and I asked my friend if she wanted a bite. She took a bite and went to go buy herself one as well. It's that good! The latte was really good and the design was so pretty! It was a little more strong for my taste, but still taste really good. Highly recommend the croissant! Even if you don't like coffee just come here to get the croissant!

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    Cute neighborhood spot with delicious coffee. The pastries are nice too! Good for a coffee date or to sip solo. Very friendly service.

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    1 month ago

    My family and I are thrilled with Black Press. The staff are ALL so welcoming, kind and create very memorable flavors! Thank you!

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    We love this place. Such as great coffee and also the amazing cherry scone is great. Nice place to sit and talk.

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    Excellent Tumeric Latte..., however I asked for * NO FOAM * twice.., still got Foam.

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    Attitude was cooler than thou in way that's like "okay Mary" and the coffee did not merit that. Meh minus.

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